4 Register with FORMIN Service for Finnish nationals travelling or living abroad Good to do even for short trips only takes few minutes Will inform Finnish embassies and crisis staff about your whereabouts Improves official s ability to provide help in an emergency Provides assistance if family or friends need to get in touch with you 4/12/2011 Laurea University of Applied Sciences 4

6 Read travel notices Ministry for Foreign Affairs publishes Travel notices on their web-pages Available on Finnish and Swedish Information regarding countries current security situation Should be read beforehand and also during the trip Can be ordered to your cell phone Tel (DNA, Elisa and TeliaSonera) or (foreigner and other operations) Text: MATKUSTUS <Maan nimi> 4/12/2011 Laurea University of Applied Sciences 6

8 Finnish missions Consular services are available to Finnish citizens and foreign citizens residing permanently in Finland. Services include general advice, notarial services, and help for persons in distress or in crisis. 4/12/2011 Laurea University of Applied Sciences 8

9 The network of Finnish missions 4/12/2011 Laurea University of Applied Sciences 9

10 You are a citizen of the European Union! In countries outside the European Union, there will always be an Embassy or Consulate of a Member State which will be able to give you help if you need it. 4/12/2011 Laurea University of Applied Sciences 10

11 Travel Plan Make a travel plan Share all the traveling information your family, friends in Finland and the contact persons in your destination country Copy important numbers in /from your mobile phone Write down the IMEI code of your mobile phone and credit card s number (16 digits) 4/12/2011 Laurea University of Applied Sciences 11

12 Travel documents Check your passport, visa and insurance policies. Take copies of these, your driving license and credit cards, and leave one copy of each document at your study or work place. Keep the copies separated from the original ones. Leave any unnecessary documents, ID and access cards at home. 4/12/2011 Laurea University of Applied Sciences 12

13 Travel Insurance Make sure you have valid travel insurance Take the insurance certificate card along There you will find the contact information in emergencies and the invoicing address where medical or nursing fees can be sent. Remember: Officials will not pay your return even in a crisis situation / evacuation! 4/12/2011 Laurea University of Applied Sciences 13

14 Vaccinations and medicines Get the required vaccinations and vaccination record Make sure you have your personal medicines with you The copies of the recipes are worth taking along in cases of possible disappearances To avoid problems when passing through customs, keep medicines in their original, labeled containers. 4/12/2011 Laurea University of Applied Sciences 14

15 Before you go be prepared Local laws Familiarise yourself with local laws Be aware that local laws and penalties, including ones that may appear harsh by your own countrys standards, apply to you. Some countries impose tough penalties including life imprisonment and the death penalty. Age, health concerns or ignorance are not valid excuses. 4/12/2011 Laurea University of Applied Sciences 15

16 Packing Few mainpoints: Pack lightly Try to avoind becoming target No expensive clothing or jewelry Do not carry valuables or religious symbols with you Put your name, address and telephone numbers inside and outside of each piece of luggage. Never carry any articles belonging to a stranger Familiarize yourself with packing instructions on Finavia s website Think where you keep your valuables... 4/12/2011 Laurea University of Applied Sciences 16

17 Carrying valuables Carry the minimum number of valuables, and plan places to conceal them. put them in various places rather than all in one wallet or pouch Inside pockets and a sturdy shoulder bag with the strap worn across your chest are somewhat safe One of the safest places to carry valuables is in a pouch or money belt worn under your clothing Bring travelers checks and one or two major credit cards instead of cash. 4/12/2011 Laurea University of Applied Sciences 17

18 Traveling in general Because we come from a very safe country we tend to close our eyes from potential risks and dangers! Do not trust strangers! Anything out of ordinary might be part of a scam or pickpocketing Just because someone is friendly does not mean he is honest What is a small amount of money for you could be local s annual income! 4/12/2011 Laurea University of Applied Sciences 18

19 Drugs Widely available in several countries Just to remember Something that is being sold as a certain drug might be something completely different. People using or selling drugs tend to be part of other criminal activities as well. Something that you might think as a recreational fun, might be punishable by life in prison! 4/12/2011 Laurea University of Applied Sciences 19

20 Apartment rental scams Think twice before paying anything beforehand Reliable agent understands your situation Use your employer/university as guarantor Get a local to check with the landlord first Check average rental prices Speak with the landlord on the phone If possible, use apartments provided! 4/12/2011 Laurea University of Applied Sciences 20

21 Main points Be prepared! Use common sense! Money isn t everything, don t risk your life because of it! Keep in touch! Let people know where you are! FORMIN WEB PAGE! 4/12/2011 Laurea University of Applied Sciences 21

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